William Claude Woodgeard

Deputy Woodgeard was killed in an automobile accident at SR 216 and SR 78 while responding to setup a roadblock to assist in a pursuit that was heading towards Hocking County. He lost control of the patrol car while rounding a curve and struck several trees.

Deputy Woodgeard had been with the agency for only 9 months and was survived by his wife, daughter, two sons, grandchild, four brothers, and two sisters.

Bio

Age54

Tour9 months

BadgeNot available

Incident Details

CauseAutomobile crash

Most Recent Reflection

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Sheriff William Claude Woodgeard of the Hocking County Sheriff's Department, Ohio and the additional 65 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.